Bullying is an epidemic in sports, just as it is in schools and other places. The many sports parents who have written us about bullying say their young athletes are teased, harassed and threatened by bullies.
Bullies might exclude young athletes from social groups or try to intimidate them into
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Tips for Sports Parents
Pros and Cons of Homeschooling Young Athletes
There are many advantages and disadvantages to homeschooling young athletes that sports parents should consider. Young homeschooled athletes have the opportunity to interact with other children their age through sports. Sports can help all children, no matter their schooling style, build confidence
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Cope with Bullying in Sports
Sports parents report to us that their young athletes are teased harassed and threatened by bullies. Bullies will also exclude young athletes from social groups or try to intimidate them into quitting sports. Athletes who are subjected to bullying will often lose focus, play or perform tentatively,
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Are Your Athletes Having Fun?
Kids' decision to stay in sports and enjoy its many benefits—rather than dropping out—is a function of how much fun they're having, he says. And young athletes have more fun if parents and coaches understand how best to communicate with them.
It's your job as sports parents to ensure your kids
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Sports Parent Support vs. Pressure
First of all, it's critical that parents separate their dreams for their young athletes from the young athletes' dreams. The top way to do this is to ask your young athletes what they want.
Generally, kids who want to play in college or want to be pros someday are pretty motivated on their own.
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Encouraging Athletes to Trust
Sports parents should help their athletes embrace a trusting mindset for competition. To help you encourage athletes to trust, use these tips:
1. Leaving practice on the practice field, court, or course. Help young athlete become performers in competition and trust what they have practiced.
2.
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